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Both Tullio and Tulio are modern forms of the ancient Roman family name Tullius. Though its meaning is unknown, Tullius has an illustrious history with many noble bearers, including a …

The unusual hybrid Tuliana, which rhymes with Juliana, combines the Roman offshoot Tulia with the more familiar Ana, the Latinate form of Anna or Ann. Tulia comes from the Roman …

Terencio is the Spanish and Italian form of the ancient Roman name Terentius, which likely derived from the Latin word 'terens' meaning 'rubbing' or possibly from the city of Tarentum …

Terenciano is an elaborate masculine name that expands on the Roman name Terence (Latin Terentius). The name Terence originated from a Roman family name possibly derived from the Latin word …

One of the small number forenames used by the ancient Romans. Unlike Marcus, Lucius and Titus, this is not one that is popular in modern times; in fact, it's …

As opposed to the Scandinavian Soren, Sorin derives from the Romanian word for "sun", and is quite common in its native land. For literary cred, Sorin is a character in …

Silestena is an uncommon feminine name with likely Latin or Romance language roots. The name might be a variant or feminine form of Silvester/Sylvester, which means 'of the forest …

Seneque is an unusual feminine name likely derived from the Roman philosopher Seneca (Lucius Annaeus Seneca). The name represents a French adaptation of this classical name, maintaining intellectual and historical …

Sanda is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Romanian and South Slavic traditions, it functions as a diminutive of Alexandra, meaning "defender of mankind." In Scottish Gaelic contexts …

Rumani can be an alternative spelling for the European county, Romania, or for the nomadic Romani people. It is the Hebrew variation for an area on the coast of Egypt …

Romayne is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'Romanus' meaning 'Roman' or 'from Rome.' It can be considered a variant spelling of Romaine. The name carries an elegant …

The rarer long form of Priscilla, which comes from the Roman name Priscus, meaning "ancient".

Petronilla is an ancient saint's name that relates to the Roman family name Petronius, thought to mean yokel or woodpecker, though some connect it with Petra or Peter, meaning …

Patrin is a truly unusual yet easily comprehended choice. In Romani culture, Patrin refers to the signs and markers that were left behind for other travellers to follow. Piles of …

A succinct and sharp form of Hosanna, Ozana is the Romanian and Croatian form of the exclamation given by those around Jesus when he first entered Jerusalem in the New …

Also written as Otávio, this streamlined form of the Ancient Roman Octavius is notably borne by the Brazilian football players Otávio da Silva Monteiro and Otávio Ataide, both known more …

The Lithuanian form of Martha. Also associated with Morta, the Roman goddess of death.

Miladia is an elegant feminine name with possible Slavic or Romance language origins. It may be related to the Czech and Slovak name Milada, meaning 'my young one' or 'beloved …

Marca is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. In Romance languages, it could be related to the Latin "Marcus" (dedicated to Mars, the Roman god of war), serving as …

Like Martina, this Dutch variation is related to Mars, the Roman God of war.

Lyonnello is a masculine name that represents an elaborated or romanticized variant of the name Lionel. With Italian influences, it derives from the Latin word 'leonellus,' meaning 'young lion,' symbolizing …

Lauren was derived from Laurence, an English name from the Roman family name Laurentius, meaning "from Laurentum." Laurentum, an ancient Italian city, got its name from the Latin word laurus …

A dashing form of Julian, which derives from Julius, a Roman family name. Its origin is shrouded in history, but possible roots include Latin iuvenis, meaning "youthfu"; Greek ioulos, meaning …

While Isidore feels bookish and stern, Isidoro has a more romantic sound, with its handsome -o ending.

An alternate spelling of Yolanda, used in some of the Romance languages.

Giunone is an intriguing variation of the mythological Juno, a Roman goddess known as a protector of women and marriage, and the goddess of finances. It might appeal to those …

This pretty Italian name is derived from the Latin and Roman goddess name, Felicitas, but also coincides with the Italian word felicità meaning "happiness".

A name with several distinguished namesakes: the wife of ancient Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, a famous Italian opera singer, and two Catholic saints--making it both substantial and unusual.

Faunia is more often rendered as Fauna, who was a Roman goddess of fertility, women and healing. Faunia was the downtrodden yet loving heroine of Philip Roth's Human Stain …

Faune is a rare and ethereal feminine name derived from Roman mythology, where Fauna was the goddess of prophecy, fertility, and animals—the female counterpart to Faunus (known as Pan …

Sounds like exactly what it is: The name of a romance novel hero.

Evora is a city in Portugal known for its magnificent Roman aged ruins. It is occasionally seen as a female name, evoking some of the mystique of this region.

The name of the Greek winged god of love (usually romantic and sexual love) may seem a lot to live up to, but like other deity names, it's on …

Elisio is a masculine name with roots in Latin and Romance languages. It's a variation of Elysium, which in Greek and Roman mythology refers to the paradise or afterlife …

A sweet-meaning and sounding name dating back to the Roman Empire, and later found in the antebellum South, Dulcie has in the modern era been heard most often in …

Douglas, and more particularly its nickname, Doug, had a real romantic swagger in the 1950s and 1960s dating back to swashbuckling Douglas Fairbanks, but today is more likely to conjure …

Deulcia is a rare feminine name with possible Latin or Romance language origins. It may be related to terms meaning "sweet" or "pleasant," similar to names like Dulce or Dulcea …

In the days of huge families, this name of the Roman goddess of prophecy and childbirth, and one of the Fates, would be saved for bambina number ten. Now it …

… were called the Dacians, and the Dacian Kingdom flourished around the time of Christ until it was toppled by the Romans. Daciana is the female version sometimes used in Romania.

The Anatolian mother goddess Cybele had a place in Greek, Roman, Trojan, and Anatolian mythology. Today, she has special meaning as a symbol of gender nonconformity. In ancient Rome, Cybele …

Casian is a masculine name with multiple possible origins. In Romanian tradition, it derives from the Latin name Cassianus, meaning 'empty' or 'vain,' but has evolved beyond these original connotations …

Bruino is an uncommon masculine name with possible Italian or Romance language origins. The name may be related to the Italian word 'bruno' meaning 'brown' or could be a diminutive …

Beneta is a feminine name with roots in Latin and Romance languages. Likely derived from 'benedictus' meaning 'blessed,' it shares origins with more common names like Benita and Benetta. The …

St. Arsenius (or Arsenios) the Great was a 5th-century Roman saint remembered for his influence on asceticism.

St. Arsenius (or Arsenios) the Great was a 5th-century Roman saint remembered for his influence on asceticism.

This name of a third-century Christian martyr has an romantic, appealing feel in the modern world. It first came to American attention via Prince's love interest in the …

Amadeo and Amedeo are both valid Italian forms of the Roman Amadeus, most famous as the middle name of the composer Mozart as well as the title of a movie …

Alin is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Romanian and Slavic contexts, it's the feminine form of Alin, meaning 'smooth' or 'calm.' In Turkish, it relates to …

Aldea is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Romanian, 'aldea' relates to ancient words meaning 'settlement' or 'village,' while in Spanish, 'aldea' directly translates to 'small village' or …

Czech names for baby girls have a romantic Eastern European feel. Girls' names commonly used in the Czech Republic may be familiar as distinctively Czech variations of traditional female names …